2007 Chevrolet Silverado
This year's complaint volume is within 30% of this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 2 |
| 1982 | 2 |
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1985 | 3 |
| 1987 | 2 |
| 1988 | 15 |
| 1989 | 22 |
| 1990 | 25 |
| 1991 | 17 |
| 1992 | 40 |
| 1993 | 69 |
| 1994 | 210 |
| 1995 | 263 |
| 1996 | 186 |
| 1997 | 272 |
| 1998 | 279 |
| 1999 | 1660 |
| 2000 | 1305 |
| 2001 | 877 |
| 2002 | 710 |
| 2003 | 695 |
| 2004 | 622 |
| 2005 | 316 |
| 2006 | 182 |
| 2007 | 183 |
| 2008 | 162 |
| 2009 | 76 |
| 2010 | 62 |
| 2011 | 75 |
| 2012 | 68 |
| 2013 | 64 |
| 2014 | 124 |
| 2015 | 76 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2017 | 125 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
21% of complaints: air bags — 39 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURY DEATHShow complaint excerpts
The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact stated that another vehicle crashed into her vehicle and damaged the front driver's side of the vehicle.
NHTSA ODI report, 20231010
RAILROAD HYRAIL VEHICLE EQUIPPED, AFTER MARKET, WITH HYRAIL WHEEL ASSEMBLIES WHICH ALLOW THE VEHICLE TO OPERATE ON RAILROAD TRACKS.
NHTSA ODI report, 20121108
2007 CHEVROLET SILVERADO. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARD TO AIRBAG SAFETY RECALL. THE CONSUMER WANTS TO REIMBURSED FOR REPAIRS RELATING TO THE RECALL AS WELL AS FOR THE RENTAL CAR.
NHTSA ODI report, 20230307
20% of complaints: electrical system — 36 distinct reports on file.
FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
DRIVERS SIDE DOOR CAUGHT ON FIRE WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED AND RUNNING. BURNED WIRE AND SMOKE EVIDENT. *TR
NHTSA ODI report, 20120824
ON MAY 26 2008 MY CHEVY SILVERADO WIRES CAUGHT ON FIRE I WAS ABLE TO GET IT PUT OUT PRETTY QUICK WITH ONLY A MINOR BURN TO MY FINGER BUT GM DOES NOT WANT TO ADMIT THERE IS A PROBLEM WITH THE TRUCK THEY CANT SAY WHY IT HAPPENED THERE TRYING TO...
NHTSA ODI report, 20080608
11% of complaints: service brakes — 21 distinct reports on file.
9% of complaints: power train — 16 distinct reports on file.
7% of complaints: structure — 13 distinct reports on file.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
DRIVERS SIDE DOOR CAUGHT ON FIRE WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED AND RUNNING. BURNED WIRE AND SMOKE EVIDENT. *TR
NHTSA ODI report, 20120824
SAFETY TIMELINE
CERTAIN CEQUENT 90 DEGREE 7-WAY RIGHT ANGLE ADAPTORS SOLD BY DISTRIBUTORS IN TOW PACKAGES FOR AFTERMARKET SALES TO TOW 5TH WHEEL RV TRAVEL TRAILERS. DUE TO INCORRECT WIRING OF THE HARNESS, THE TRAILE
Remedy: ALL OF THE DEFECTIVE TOW PACKAGES ARE STILL AT THE DISTRIBUTOR LEVEL AND HAVE NOT BEEN SOLD TO ANY CONSUMERS.
Campaign 07E066000 — check if this car was fixed
NON-CRASH ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES
CERTAIN FEDERAL-MOGUL REPLACEMENT WHEEL HUB ASSEMBLIES WITH THE BRAND NAMES: NATIONAL, CARQUEST P/NOS. 515020, 515021, 515025, 515053, 515054, 515059, AND 515060, SHIPPED BETWEEN JANUARY 23, 2006, AND
Remedy: FEDERAL-MOGUL WILL NOTIFY CUSTOMERS AND WILL REPLACE THE HUB ASSEMBLY FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 7, 2008. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FEDERAL-MOGUL TOLL-FREE AT 877-489-6659.
Campaign 07E106000 — check if this car was fixed
NON-CRASH ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES
GM IS RECALLING 857,735 MY 2006-2008 BUICK LUCERNE; CADILLAC DTS; HUMMER H2; MY 2007-2008 CADILLAC ESCALADE, ESCALADE ESV, ESCALADE EXT; CHEVROLET AVALANCHE, SILVERADO, SUBURBAN, TAHOE; GMC ACADIA, SI
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A WIRE HARNESS WITH AN IN-LINE FUSE FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 12, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-8080; CADILLAC AT 1-800-982-2339 OR HTTP://WW
Campaign 08V441000 — check if this car was fixed
K2 MOTOR IS RECALLING 1,921 AFTERMARKET HEADLAMPS OF VARIOUS MODELS SOLD FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS ARE MISSING THE AMBER SIDE REFLEX REFLECTOR WHICH FAILS TO CONFORM WITH
Remedy: K2 MOTOR WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMEBER 17, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT K2 MOTOR AT 1-909-839-2992.
Campaign 08E050000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2007 Chevrolet Silverado — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (39 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (36 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (21 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 07E066000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 07E106000 (wheels) has been completed.
- Verify recall 08V441000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 08E050000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2007 Chevrolet Silverado reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Chevrolet Silverado?
The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 21% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2007 Chevrolet Silverado have?
4 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.